Contemporary Art and Cult Cinema: What's On in Adelaide Today

Cultural Highlights for Monday, 30 March 2026

Welcome to your Monday guide for Adelaide. While the peak of the 'Mad March' festival season has officially concluded with the end of the Fringe, the city remains a hub for high-end contemporary art and curated cinema. Today offers a chance to explore major national exhibitions and catch a cult classic on the big screen.

The 2026 Adelaide Biennial of Australian Art: Yield Strength

One of the most significant events on the national arts calendar continues today. The 2026 Adelaide Biennial, titled Yield Strength, is open to the public across multiple locations, including the Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA), the Samstag Museum of Art, and the Adelaide Botanic Garden. Curated by Ellie Buttrose, this edition features new and experimental works from 24 Australian artists.

• Theme: The exhibition explores how materials, identity, and society transform under pressure.
• Featured Artists: Includes works by Robert Andrew, Nathan Beard, Archie Moore, and Emmaline Zanelli.
• Details: Entry is free. The Art Gallery of South Australia on North Terrace is open today from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Special Screening: Stanley Kubrick’s Eyes Wide Shut

For cinephiles looking for a unique Monday night out, Palace Nova Eastend is hosting a special throwback screening of Stanley Kubrick's final masterpiece, Eyes Wide Shut. This cult classic is being celebrated as part of their epic big-screen series, offering a rare opportunity to see the film's stunning cinematography in a theatrical setting.

• Location: Palace Nova Eastend, Rundle Street.
• Time: Check local listings for evening session times.
• Price: Special throwback tickets are available for $17.

Touching the Divine: Love and Devotion in Asian Art

If you are visiting the Art Gallery of South Australia for the Biennial, be sure to stop by the Touching the Divine exhibition. This long-running display explores the profound relationship between art and spirituality across Asian cultures, focusing on themes of love and devotion through the centuries.

• Highlights: Intricate sculptures, textiles, and paintings from the AGSA collection.
• Details: Free entry, located within the Asian Art galleries.

New Releases at the Cinema

Monday is also a great day to catch the latest blockbusters at major cinemas like HOYTS Norwood or Odeon Star. Today's schedule features the highly anticipated science-fiction epic Project Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling, along with the thriller Ready Or Not 2: Here I Come. Most venues offer afternoon and late-evening sessions today.